{"product_id":"9788416537617","title":"HANS BLAER","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHANS BLAER\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA powerful and disturbing novel that narrates twenty-four hours in the flight of Hans Blaer, an intersex and transgender person accused of drugging a young woman at his shelter for rape victims. Through his intimate reflections while hiding from the police, the reader discovers the complex and contradictory journey of the person formerly known as Ilmur, a controversial media figure who railed against homosexuality and transgender identity on her radio show. This work explores the depths of identity, dual sexual nature, and public scrutiny.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHans Blaer hides in a small wooden cottage, illuminated only by candlelight, while the police search for him. He has been accused of drugging a young woman at the shelter for rape victims that he himself manages. The novel unfolds over the following twenty-four hours of his escape, a time during which Hans Blaer dives into a torrent of intimate reflections. These musings reconstruct his past as Ilmur, a girl born with a micropenis (or macroclitoris) who achieved media fame by attacking gay and transgender groups from her radio show. After that media exposure, Ilmur underwent a transformation process, augmenting her breasts and administering both male and female hormones to reinforce her dual sexual nature. Thus, Hans Blaer was born, a figure as complex as he is contradictory, whose personal history intersects with his current reality of accusation and flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGender identity and transgenderism, especially from an intersex perspective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDual sexual nature and the search for an identity beyond binary categories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHypocrisy and contradictions in public and private discourse regarding sexuality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMedia harassment, fame, and public scrutiny as destructive forces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGender-based violence and the complexity of power dynamics in social activism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis novel is recommended for readers interested in contemporary fiction that addresses themes of gender identity and sexuality from a complex and uncompromising perspective. It is ideal for those seeking narratives that explore human contradictions, the impact of the media on personal life, and the construction of identity in a hostile environment. It will also appeal to those who appreciate intense and reflective prose, with a narrative pace that unfolds over a short span of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep and nuanced exploration of intersexuality and transgenderism, far from simplistic stereotypes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on the moral complexity of characters, challenging the labels of victim and perpetrator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn incisive critique of media culture and its ability to create and destroy public figures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn intense and claustrophobic narrative that immerses the reader in the mind of a protagonist on the run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Örn Norddahl, Eiríkur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Hoja de Lata Editorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Modern and contemporary fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Sensibles a las letras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: April 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 355\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 655 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHans Blaer is a novel that distinguishes itself by its ability to address complex and controversial topics without falling into binary moralizing. The approach of following a protagonist on the run for twenty-four hours allows for deep psychological immersion, while the reconstruction of his past offers a necessary counterpoint to understand his contradictions. It is a work that will challenge readers who seek fiction that not only entertains but also prompts reflection on identity, morality, and the role of the media in contemporary society. Its value lies in the honesty with which it portrays an uncomfortable and fascinating character, without offering easy answers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOJA DE LATA EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406720622939,"sku":"9788416537617","price":21.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841653761.jpg?v=1781838921","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788416537617","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}